Find media buying agencies that plan, purchase, and optimize ad placements to maximize your reach and return on ad spend. Choose from our vetted list of providers specializing in paid social, programmatic advertising, and cross-channel campaign management. 

Best Media Buying Companies

1,070 Companies - Rankings updated: July 29, 2026

DesignRush evaluates media buying companies based on their expertise and verified client feedback to help you make informed decisions. Some placements may be paid.

  • We help good companies be better.

    We help good companies be better.

    Offering Branding, Digital, And Music Marketing Services. We launch brands and make good companies better. We're a full service advertising agency. Full Service means that well do whatever it takes to get your brand where you want it to be...  View Echo-Factory's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $170/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Advertising and Marketing That Drives Results!

    Advertising and Marketing That Drives Results!

    Since its inception in 1996, Lead Climber Marketing has proudly served as Denver's foremost all-encompassing advertising agency, consistently delivering tangible outcomes for our valued clientele...  View Lead Climber Marketing's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Narrating Your Story in the Best Possible Way

    Narrating Your Story in the Best Possible Way

    Situated in the heart of Los Angeles, our comprehensive strategic communications and crisis PR agency is dedicated to empowering businesses, executives, and non-profit organizations to magnify their influence, fortify their brand identities, and make significant strides toward their objectives...  View Miller Ink profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Marketing of tomorrow

    Marketing of tomorrow

    We are a creative agency. We do not specialize in everything. We believe that you have to do what you are best at. We feel for the brand and wonder what else we can do. We suggest ideas and look to the future.With us you will not feel that you are our client.We treat you as a partner in the joint...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Cracow, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Let Us Help You Grow Your Market!

    Let Us Help You Grow Your Market!

    Intermark Automotive is a specialized automotive branding and marketing agency catering to individual auto dealerships and local area marketing dealer groups. What sets us apart is our unparalleled wealth of experience, providing a safety net, unlike any other agency...  View Intermark Automotive's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Step Up

    Founded in 2002, Apple Box Studios is an award-winning advertising agency covering everything from video production & post-production, to website design, search engine optimization, copywriting, brand strategy & positioning, graphic design, event & trade show marketing, and more...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Infomercial Specialists

    The Infomercial Specialists

    At GoDRTV, we know that the days of simple "spray and pray" marketing are long gone. Consumers have become so used to seeing ads everywhere they look, it's no longer enough to simply pour money into mass advertising. Chances are, people won't even notice. It takes a smarter approach when investing in...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Glendale, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Offering Innovative Solutions That Don't Break the Bank

    Offering Innovative Solutions That Don't Break the Bank

    With Noble People at the helm, you won't have to worry about simply hoping for the best with your media budget. We are experts in finding innovative solutions that don't break the bank but still accomplish all of your desired business objectives - no matter how ambitious they may be! Technology and creativity...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Helping Brands Scale Profitably On Amazon

    Helping Brands Scale Profitably On Amazon

    Accendo360 helps brands scale Amazon and DTC revenue through integrated Google, Meta, TikTok and Amazon ads. We identify wasted spend, unlock growth opportunities, and drive profitable, cross-channel performance...  View Accendo360 profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Sheffield, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • An agency designed for ambitious brands searching for digital growth

    An agency designed for ambitious brands searching for digital growth

    Correlate is an agency designed for ambitious brands searching for digital growth...  View Correlate profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • UI/UX Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Johannesburg, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Growth with Result-Driven Digital Marketing Strategies

    Growth with Result-Driven Digital Marketing Strategies

    VUI Live is a Gurugram-based digital marketing and technology agency that helps brands grow through data-driven strategies and innovative solutions. The agency offers a wide range of services including social media management, SEO, performance marketing, creative branding, web and app development, influencer...  View VUI Live Pvt. Ltd.'s portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    Location
    Gurgaon, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We tell visual stories that sell

    We tell visual stories that sell

    We are a full service video production company specializing in commercials, digital ads, direct response and corporate videos. We help companies connect with their market through video and deliver content on time, on spec and on budget...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
    Location
    Wayne, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Aligning Brand With Business

    Aligning Brand With Business

    CreativeMINT is a boutique, full-service branding agency founded in 2003 and based in the San Francisco Bay Area. With a team of 1150 multidisciplinary professionals, the firm collaborates closely with clients to deliver strategic brand development, naming, identity design, and digital marketing solutions for...  View Creative:MINT's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Advertising
    • SEO
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    Location
    Walnut Creek, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Driving Growth with Profit in Mind.

    Driving Growth with Profit in Mind.

    Experts in Google and Meta Ads: Elevate Your Brand with Precision at Our Performance Marketing Agency...  View 18PM's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Media Buying
    • CRO
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    Location
    Madrid, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Elevating Brands | Growing Businesses

    Elevating Brands | Growing Businesses

    Winger Marketing is a full-service marketing and public relations agency headquartered in Chicago. Winger Marketing has worked with businesses to create effective integrated marketing and public relations programs and campaigns since 1986. We work seamlessly with internal resources or, in some instances...  View Winger Marketing's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $190/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We Pilot Your Digital Performance

    We Pilot Your Digital Performance

    Started Agency is a performance-driven digital marketing agency, Google Premier Partner, Meta Business Partner, and TikTok Platinum Agency. Since 2017, we help eCommerce brands and lead generation businesses scale profitably through data-driven campaigns on Google Ads, TikTok Ads, Facebook Ads, YouTube, and...  View Started Agency's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Strategy
    • Design Services
    • Digital Services
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Bucharest, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Boost Your Brand & Revenue with Stellar Online Marketing and Web Development

    Boost Your Brand & Revenue with Stellar Online Marketing and Web Development

    An Aussie marketing agency specialising PPC marketing, web development, graphic design, and programming. Our team's capabilities give us a unique competitive advantage, allowing us to develop and track effective (and attractive) funnels on just about any platform. Leveraging our expertise in programming, we...  View Fatduck Marketing's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Southwest Florida Video Production & Marketing Agency

    Southwest Florida Video Production & Marketing Agency

    With RED DOT MULTIMEDIAs creative services, your business wont just be seenitll be remembered. From eye-catching visuals to strategic storytelling, We help you reach and engage your audience on the platforms they love most, turning followers into loyal customers...  View Red Dot Multimedia's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Port Charlotte, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $135/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Makro Agency is a Montreal Based company focused on helping ecommerce brands build launch and grow!...  View Makro Agency's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Montreal, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Engaging With Millions of Followers Each Day

    Engaging With Millions of Followers Each Day

    At Samba were passionate about our work and creating sport marketing campaigns for our clients that really connect with their fans, wherever in the world theyre located and deliver exceptional ROI...  View Samba Digital's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Impacting outcomes!

    Impacting outcomes!

    Clyde Group, a boutique PR firm, is a team of over 55 professionals who are dedicated to making a significant impact for their clients...  View Clyde Group's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Public Relations
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Inspire Impact for Social Good.

    Inspire Impact for Social Good.

    Stinghouse is a veteran-owned creative communications agency headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, specializing in strategy and storytelling for nonprofits, educational institutions and civic organizations. Founded in 2012, the agency combines research-driven planning, design, multimedia and campaign...  View Stinghouse Advertising profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Branding
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We plan for your success

    We plan for your success

    Media Matters Worldwide emerges as a dynamic force in the realm of media buying, planning and analytics, distinguished by its data-driven methodology, client-focused ethos, and prioritization of people. We allocate resources to leverage cutting-edge technology, enabling the crafting of intelligent strategies...  View AXM - Ars X Machina profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Elevating Brands through Digital Advertising.

    Elevating Brands through Digital Advertising.

    We help businesses around the world to grow and achieve their business goals with efficient Social Advertising and revenue-driven Google Ads strategies...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Geesthacht, Germany
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Think Big and Better!

    Think Big and Better!

    Adhere Creative gives your brand the edge with through cutting-edge web design, compelling video creations and full-spectrum marketing strategies. Make sure you have a competitive advantage - trust Adhere Creative to get it done!...  View Adhere Creative profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Video Production
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Consumer-Centric Media Agency

    Consumer-Centric Media Agency

    Jungle Media is a next generation consumer-led media agency. We're pathfinders - creating innovative, media based solutions that deliver. The Jungle network spans 5 offices across North America. We balance digital with strategy and data with instinct, delivering world class custom media executions...  View Jungle Media profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • CRO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Mito Performance: Driving Performance with Integrated Solutions

    Mito Performance: Driving Performance with Integrated Solutions

    Mito Performance improves your digital performance and online sales using data-driven and smart solutions to maximize every click...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Budapest, Hungary
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Let's Grow Your Business Online

    Let's Grow Your Business Online

    Newemage is a Mexican digital agency that transforms ideas into exceptional web experiences. With over 19 years of experience, we create custom websites, online stores, and digital strategies that not only look amazing but also deliver real results for businesses and organizations...  View Newemage Agencia Digital's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • CRO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Ciudad Juárez, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Don't Whisper, We ROAR.

    We Don't Whisper, We ROAR.

    The Big Mouth PR is a loud-by-design brand & PR studio for the founders, executives and brands who refuse to be the best-kept secret...  View The Big Mouth PR's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Bloomington, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Make Business Friends Forever

    Make Business Friends Forever

    Social media, marketing, and advertising agency. My BFF Social develops strategic marketing solutions that drive business forward...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Changing the Status Quo in Everything We Do

    Changing the Status Quo in Everything We Do

    Founded in 2010, Partisan Advertising is an Auckland-based advertising agency specializing in advertising, marketing, media buying, and graphic design...  View Partisan Advertising's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Advertising Campaigns That Go Above And Beyond

    Advertising Campaigns That Go Above And Beyond

    Where traditional media buying firms stop at the transaction, we go further, using our deep knowledge of how different advertising platforms perform to guide campaign creative development...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Portsmouth, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Create Courage

    We Create Courage

    CineSalon is a Washington, DC video production agency that creates videos and video strategies for mid-size brands, building and accelerating their marketing funnels...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Great brands are born from great stories.

    Great brands are born from great stories.

    Born is a storytelling and creative agency. Put simply, we build brands and then create advertising campaigns for those brands. We also create campaigns for brands that are already built...  View Born Agency's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
    • Web Design
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Integrated B2B Advertising Excellence

    Integrated B2B Advertising Excellence

    Experience the power of integrated B2B advertising with Vimarc, the full-service agency that values your expertise and opinions. Our collaborative approach forms a strong foundation for aligned visions and efficient go-to-market processes. With our finger on the pulse of market trends and an insatiable...  View Vimarc's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Audio Production
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    Location
    Louisville, Kentucky
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • We help brands make the most out of their social presence with modern and innovative solutions.

    We help brands make the most out of their social presence with modern and innovative solutions.

    We are an Accredited All-Ireland Business 2024, a committed team of two delivering strategic solutions to brands since 2022. From our experience and knowledge, we build strategies to meet your brand goals.It's simple: provide us with a budget, and we work our magic to bring you results. Specializing in...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Tralee, Ireland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Australia's #1 Diamond Hubspot Partner

    Australia's #1 Diamond Hubspot Partner

    Neighbourhood is a customer engagement and digital marketing agency that works to do three simple things for our clients... Find their people, Sell to their people, and Keep their people. We build brands, grow sales and shine a light on how businesses can better serve the world.We help our clients win...  View Neighbourhood - Digital Agency In Australia's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Brisbane, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Grow Your Business To New Heights

    Grow Your Business To New Heights

    We are a full service SEO and Digital Marketing Agency in Nashville, TN with clients throughout North America. We're known for driving big tangible results for clients and providing highly responsive service. We treat your business like our business, providing Marketing Consulting, Paid Ads and SEO...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Nashville, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Top Google & TikTok Partner in APAC

    Top Google & TikTok Partner in APAC

    Mega Digital stands as a prominent Digital Marketing Agency situated in Vietnam, distinguished as a trusted TikTok and Google Marketing Partner. Our agency specializes in delivering comprehensive SEO, Advertising, and Digital Marketing solutions, leveraging our expertise to drive impactful results for...  View Mega Digital's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • CRO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Hanoi, Vietnam
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Custom-fit advertising for businesses who know what they want and expect results

    Custom-fit advertising for businesses who know what they want and expect results

    Dinetix is the leading digital integration partner for lead generation and e-commerce businesses. As a Premier Google Partner, specialising in increasing digital authority, we focus on getting our clients results. Our team of digital innovators is here to help you grow your business online and scale your ROI...  View DINETIX Digital Marketing Agency profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Žalec, Slovenia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital and Creative Output That Deliver

    Digital and Creative Output That Deliver

    With user-centricity at the core of our processes, we design and execute creative marketing strategies to help your business flourish. Our inventive brand advertising campaigns span multiple channels allowing you an effective way to get noticed!...  View Pikobara profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Vienna, Austria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Harness the power of digital advertising

    Harness the power of digital advertising

    LoKnow is a trailblazing advertising tech and data company dedicated to delivering top-of-the-line messaging that reaches the right audience. We're passionate about advancing digital advertising technology in order to bring extraordinary experiences into everyone's lives...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Edmonton, Canada
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Moving Businesses Forward

    Moving Businesses Forward

    We are Kinetic319, a dedicated media agency committed to helping small and mid-sized businesses thrive within their respective industries. With a focus on building fruitful partnerships and prioritizing measurable results, we propel your business forward with precision and dedication...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • CRO
    • Show more
    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $155/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Agencia líder en Growth Hacking y Paid Media

    Agencia líder en Growth Hacking y Paid Media

    MyContent Agency is a specialized agency in growth marketing located in Andorra with clients all over Europe...  View MyContent Agency profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Andorra la Vella, Andorra
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Clicks Fade ​​Brands Endure

    Clicks Fade ​​Brands Endure

    Left Hand Agency is a strategic CPG media planning and buying agency. We help CPG and retail marketers strike the right balance between performance and brand advertising...  View Left Hand Agency profile

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Oregon City, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • For wealth management, RIAs, and fintech growth

    For wealth management, RIAs, and fintech growth

    Trustworthy Digital helps fintech companies build pipeline by connecting channel execution, conversion, and measurement into a unified Revenue Performance System...  View Trustworthy Digital's portfolio

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Media Buying
    • Show more
    Location
    Brentwood, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Media Buying Agencies

Which platforms do media buying companies manage?

Media buying firms manage major advertising platforms where your audience spends time, both online and offline. They handle campaigns across multiple channels to reach people at different stages of the buying journey and to improve overall results.

  • Paid search and social 
    Agencies run ads on platforms like Google, Bing, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. These channels drive targeted traffic, leads, and sales based on user intent and behavior.
  • Programmatic and display 
    They use demand-side platforms to buy ad space automatically across websites and apps. This includes banner, video, and native ads, all optimized in real time.
  • CTV and OTT (Streaming ads) 
    A media buying firm places ads on streaming services and smart TVs to help brands reach audiences who no longer watch traditional cable.
  • Traditional media 
    They still buy ad space on TV, radio, print, and billboards when it makes sense for reach and brand awareness.
  • Audio and Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) 
    Ads on Spotify, podcasts, and digital billboards in public spaces like malls, highways, and transit stations.

What is the difference between media planning and media buying agencies?

Media planning agencies decide where, when, and how to advertise. Media buying firms execute that plan by purchasing ad space and managing placements.

Planning sets the strategy; buying delivers the ads.

AspectMedia planningMedia buying
Main roleBuilds the strategyExecutes the strategy
FocusAudience, channels, timing, budgetNegotiation, placement, delivery
GoalChoose the best mix of platformsGet the best price and placements
TasksResearch audience, select channels, allocate budgetPurchase ads, manage bids, optimize placements
OutputMedia planLive campaign and ad placements

How do media buyers choose the right channels for a campaign?

Media buyers choose channels by matching audience behavior, campaign goals, and budget to the platforms most likely to deliver results. They rely on data to see where people spend time and shift spend toward what performs best. 

Business sizeHow agencies choose advertising channelsTypical channels
Small businessFocus on low-cost, high-return channels with quick feedback. Prioritize direct response and easy tracking. Google Ads (search), Facebook/Instagram, TikTok
Mid-size businessBalance growth and efficiency. Test multiple channels and scale what works. Combine awareness and conversions.Paid social, Google Ads, YouTube, programmatic display
Large businessMaximize reach and brand impact while maintaining performance. Use a full-funnel strategy across many channels.TV, CTV/OTT, programmatic, paid social, search, OOH

Core logic stays the same at every level: reach the right audience, support the campaign goal, and invest where return is strongest. 

How much do media buying companies' services cost?

Media buying firms usually charge a percentage of your ad spend, typically between 3% and 10%, or a flat monthly fee depending on campaign size. Smaller budgets pay higher percentages, while large budgets get lower rates.

Typical pricing models:

  • Percentage of ad spend: 5% to 10% for most campaigns
  • Flat monthly fee: $2,000 to $15,000+, depending on scope
  • Project-based (strategy/planning): $1,500 to $50,000+
  • Setup fees: 2% to 3% of initial spend (one-time)

How pricing scales:

Ad spendTypical fee
$10,000-$100,0008%-10%
$100,000-$1M5%-8%
$1M-$10M3.5%-5%
$10M+3%-4%

Costs depend on your ad budget, the number of channels, campaign complexity, targeting depth, creative needs, and the amount of ongoing management and reporting required.

You are not just paying for ad placement. You're paying for strategy, execution, optimization, and performance improvement. 

Is there a minimum spend?

There is no strict minimum spend, but in practice, you need at least $1,000 to $3,000 per month to generate enough data for optimization and results. Very small budgets, like $5 per day, rarely perform because they don’t generate enough clicks or conversions.

For better performance, campaigns should aim for at least 30 conversions per month, which often requires higher spend depending on your cost per click.

More advanced channels like programmatic or CTV usually require $5,000 to $10,000+ to run effectively, and many agencies set similar minimums to ensure campaigns are worth managing.

How long does it take to see results from media buying?

You can see initial results in 2 to 4 weeks, but most campaigns need 2 to 3 months to stabilize and deliver consistent ROI.

Early signals like impressions, clicks, and some leads often appear within days to a few weeks, especially on paid social and search. However, platforms need time to learn and optimize, so stronger and more reliable results usually take 8 to 12 weeks.

For more complex campaigns, such as B2B or high-ticket offers, meaningful revenue impact can take 3 to 6 months due to longer sales cycles and ongoing optimization.

What industries benefit from media buying services?

Media buying services deliver the most value to industries that depend on steady customer acquisition, strong competition, and precise targeting.

Those industries include:

  • eCommerce and retail: Drive online sales with targeted ads and retargeting
  • Real estate and construction: Promote listings and reach qualified buyers
  • Healthcare and wellness: Attract new patients with compliant, targeted campaigns
  • Technology and SaaS: Reach decision-makers in competitive markets
  • Hospitality and tourism: Capture demand with seasonal and location-based ads
  • Financial services and insurance: Generate leads and build trust through education
  • Automotive and local services: Drive inquiries and bookings through search and local ads

About The Author and Expert Reviewer

Jelena Relić has hundreds of top-ranking articles and a lifestyle & culture magazine she calls The MAN. She gained valuable content and SEO experience working at Digital Circle and Neil Sahota, which she now uses to deliver top-quality B2B content at DesignRush, particularly in the creative industry.

Mariana Delgado is the Head of Marketing at DesignRush, with more than ten years of experience across digital marketing, sales management, search, and video advertising. Since joining DesignRush, she has delivered 3× site-traffic growth and 2× growth in monthly revenue by building scalable, performance-led programs that connect acquisition, content, and brand across channels. Her campaigns have achieved a 5:1 ROAS.